CRHA
Designation

The Conseiller en Ressources Humaines Agréé (CRHA) title is the professional designation recognized in Québec for HR professionals. It is awarded by the Ordre des conseillers en ressources humaines agréés (CRHA), the provincial regulatory body for the HR profession in Québec.

The CRHA designation sets you apart as a top-level HR professional, recognized by your peers and employers. It demonstrates your expertise, professional ethics, and commitment to the profession. CRHAs have access to an extensive professional network, exclusive resources, and ongoing professional development opportunities.

To obtain the CRHA designation, you must: (1) Hold a recognized university degree in human resources management or a related field, (2) Accumulate a minimum of 3 years of relevant professional HR experience, (3) Pass the Ordre's certification exam, (4) Subscribe to the Ordre's Code of Ethics.

JHMA regularly organizes CRHA exam preparation workshops, information sessions with certified CRHAs, and networking events with industry professionals. We also maintain ties with the Ordre CRHA to keep you informed of the latest certification updates.

Yes, the certification exam is available in both French and English. However, the official designation in Québec is CRHA (not CHRP or CPHR, which are pan-Canadian designations). If you plan to work outside Québec, contact the corresponding provincial body.

The process involves several key steps: application to the Ordre, evaluation of your academic and professional file, registration and passing of the certification exam, signing of the Code of Ethics, and finally, official receipt of your CRHA title.

Fees vary depending on your situation (student, recent graduate, career changer). The Ordre CRHA offers reduced rates for students. Visit the official site ordrecrha.org for current fees and available funding programs.

Yes! The Ordre CRHA offers a student affiliation program that gives you access to resources, events, and training at preferential rates during your studies. As JHMA members, you have access to privileged information about these programs.